RII50520 Diploma of Civil Construction Design
Course Details
Course Overview
Turn your ideas into real-world projects with AICT College’s RII50520 Diploma of Civil Construction Design. This nationally recognised course prepares you to design and document roads, bridges, drainage systems, and subdivisions while building foundational skills in technical mathematics, CAD and 3D modelling, engineering mechanics, and sustainable design—aligned with Engineers Australia Stage 1 Engineering Associate competencies.
You will gain foundational knowledge in:
- Technical mathematics
- CAD and 3D modelling
- Engineering mechanics
- Sustainable and ethical design practice
What Can I Expect
The qualification comprises a total of 20 Elective units,
Note :- Units have been thoughtfully selected by AICT College guided by our Industry Advisory Panel to align with current industry needs and meet the accreditation expectations recently outlined by Engineers Australia. This ensures the program supports the competency standards required for Engineering Associates.
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Core/Elective |
| MEM23004 | Apply technical mathematics | Elective |
| MEM30012 | Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment | Elective |
| MEM23109 | Apply engineering mechanics principles | Elective |
| MEM30005* | Calculate force systems within simple beam structures | Elective |
| MEM30006* | Calculate stresses in simple structures | Elective |
| MEM30031 | Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements | Elective |
| MEM30033* | Use computer-aided design (CAD) to create and display 3-D models | Elective |
| MSL924005 | Process and interpret data | Elective |
| MSL925006* | Analyse data and report results | Elective |
| BSBPMG537 | Manage project procurement | Elective |
| BSBINS501 | Implement information and knowledge management systems | Elective |
| BSBPEF501 | Manage personal and professional development | Elective |
| CPPCOM4001 | Manage own work, professional development and ethical behaviour | Elective |
| RIILAT402E | Provide leadership in the supervision of diverse work teams | Elective |
| RIICWD505E | Prepare detailed design of landscaping | Elective |
| RIICWD530E | Prepare detailed design of surface drainage | Elective |
| RIICWD531E | Prepare detailed design of sub-surface drainage | Elective |
| RIICWD536E | Prepare detailed design of civil masonry, crib and gabion structures | Elective |
| RIICWD501E | Prepare detailed design of foundations | Elective |
| CPPBDN6106 | Produce building information modelling for building design projects | Elective |
| Prerequisite Unit Requirements: | ||
| MEM30012 | Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment | |
| MSL924005 | Process and interpret data | |
| MEM30031 | Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements |
Training and Assessment
This course is delivered through a blended approach that combines face-to-face classes with online learning and industry simulated environments. Assessment methods include: Written assignments and case studies, practical projects and software based simulations, oral presentations and group activities.
Course Credit
Do you already have existing skills and knowledge and don’t need additional training? Have you done previous training?
Please contact our office if you would like to undertake Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or apply for credit transfer. RPL/Credit transfer may reduce your course duration and fees
What are the entry requirements?
Age – 18+
English – IELTS 6.0 or equivalent in TOEFL, PTE, OET. Or /And Meet the Literacy, Language, Numeracy (LLN) test organised by AICT college*
Academic – At least Year 12 Equivalent to Australian standards or/and Certificate level qualification from Australia or/and Life experiences and background of relevant work (to be supported by resume and interview and referrals)
How much does it cost?
Tuition Fee – $12,000
Non – Tuition Fee comes to $1,350 and the details are given below:
Application Fee – $350
Material Fee – $1,000
Estimated Total Fee – $ 13,350
Where to from Here?
Upon completing the RII50520 Diploma of Civil Construction Design, graduates can pursue higher education qualifications such as:
- RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design
The RII50520 Diploma of Civil Construction Design equips graduates with the skills needed to thrive in the civil construction industry. Career opportunities include:
- Civil Drafter: Create technical drawings and plans for large-scale construction projects.